Trampolines are popular recreational and gymnastic devices that provide exercise and fun for thousands of children and adults nationwide. Trampolines also cause a significant number of serious personal injuries in the United States. Each year nearly a quarter million people suffer from serious, trampoline-related personal injuries; two-thirds of these victims are children aged 14 or younger. At the Law Offices of Doehrman & Chamberlain, our Indiana trampoline accident lawyers can help victims seek financial compensation for their medical expenses and pain and suffering. If a trampoline’s defect or flaw results in serious harm or injury, our attorneys can help you hold liable parties responsible for their negligence.
What to Do After a Trampoline Accident
Trampoline Accident Injuries
According to the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), 246,875 trampoline accident injuries occur annually in the United States. In addition, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that in the previous decade, emergency room-treated trampoline accident injuries have almost tripled. Common trampoline accident injuries include:
- Broken bones (legs, arms, etc.)
- Dislocations
- Muscle damage
- Severe head trauma
- Spinal cord injury
Most trampoline accident injuries are caused by:
- Multiple users colliding with one another
- A user attempting stunts and flips
- Falling or jumping off the trampoline
- Falling onto the trampoline frame or springs
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a trampoline accident, contact the Law Offices of Doehrman & Chamberlain to arrange a consultation with our Indiana trampoline accident lawyers. We will carefully evaluate your claim and help you obtain the financial compensation to which you are entitled.
Trampoline Safety Tips
For your convenience, our Indiana trampoline accident lawyers have created the following list of safety tips:
- Trampolines should only be used when there is adequate supervision.
- Only use trampolines in well-lighted areas.
- Never jump onto a trampoline from high objects.
- Supporting bars, springs, and other exposed parts should be padded.
- Only one person should use a trampoline at one time.
- Somersaults and tricks should be avoided without proper supervision/instruction.
- Position the trampoline in a clear, flat area.
- Never position a trampoline on concrete or another hard surface.
Protective netting is available to surround most trampolines. Although this netting may decrease the likelihood of users falling off the trampoline, its effectiveness has not been extensively proven. Netting is not a substitute for adult supervision and does not decrease the occurrence or severity of injuries on the trampoline.
Contact our Indianapolis, Indiana personal injury firm to schedule a consultation with our trampoline accident lawyers. We can help you get the compensation to which you are entitled.
What to Do After a Trampoline Accident
If you have been involved in a serious trampoline accident, you should:
- Seek medical attention immediately.
- Report all trampoline accident injuries to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
- Contact an experienced personal injury lawyer.
At the Law Offices of Doehrman & Chamberlain, schedule a consultation with our Indianapolis, Indiana trampoline accident lawyers. There is no charge for this initial appointment, and we can tell you whether you are eligible to collect damages for your injury. Our attorneys boast an impressive track record of significant personal injury verdicts and settlements. Contact our team today.
